Yale Lake is a 3,780-acre reservoir on the Lewis River along the Clark–Cowlitz county line, created in 1953 by Yale Dam.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Yale Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons for every level.
It reaches about 246 feet deep, and Mount St. Helens is in view from the water.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Yale Lake
Just show up and ride — your boat, jet skis and gear are ready at Yale Lake with no towing required.
- MasterCraft surf boat rentals – big, clean wakes for surfing and wakeboarding at Yale Lake, with boards, skis and tubes on board.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Yale Lake.
- Boat tours & private charters – relax while an experienced driver-instructor handles the boat, with wakesurf, wakeboard and ski lessons for every level.
- Tubes, paddle boards and floats – extras that turn a boat day at Yale Lake into a full beach party.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Yale Lake at a glance
| Location | Clark & Cowlitz counties, WA |
|---|---|
| Size | About 3,780 acres |
| Max depth | About 246 feet |
| River | Lewis River |
| Dam | Yale Dam (1953) |
| Views | Mount St. Helens |
Best things to do on Yale Lake
- Wakesurfing – deep, sheltered water.
- Jet skiing – miles of forested shoreline.
- Camping – lakeside campgrounds.
- Mount St. Helens – views from the lake.
Where to launch at Yale Lake
- Public launches – ramps along the lake.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Yale Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- A second person must watch any rider being towed in Washington.
- Jet skis run from sunrise to sunset in Washington.
Washington boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children 12 and under must wear one on boats under 19 feet while underway, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- When towing a skier, wakeboarder or tuber, a second person must ride along to watch the rider.
- Jet skis may not be ridden between sunset and sunrise, and the engine cut-off lanyard must be attached to the driver.
Map of Yale Lake
Yale Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Yale Lake?
Wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, water toys, and private charters with a driver-instructor — everything for a full day on the water.
Will my boat be at Yale Lake when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Yale Lake, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Yale Lake?
On the Lewis River in southwest Washington, between Lake Merwin and Swift Reservoir.
Can you jet ski on Yale Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Yale Lake.
How big is Yale Lake?
About 3,780 acres.
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